The Drowned City - Daniel Pursglove 1

''This gripping thriller shows what a wonderful storyteller Maitland is'' THE TIMES

''A dark and enthralling historical novel with a powerful narrative. The mysterious Daniel Pursglove has all the qualifications for a memorable series hero'' ANDREW TAYLOR

''A colourful, compelling novel which makes a fine opening to a promised series'' SUNDAY TIMES

''Devilishly good'' DAILY MAIL

Gunpowder and treason changed England forever. But the tides are turning and revenge runs deep in this compelling historical thriller for fans of C.J. Sansom, Andrew Taylor''s Ashes of London, Kate Mosse and Blood &Sugar.

1606. A year to the day that men were executed for conspiring to blow up Parliament, a towering wave devastates the Bristol Channel. Some proclaim God''s vengeance. Others seek to take advantage.

In London, Daniel Pursglove lies in prison waiting to die. But Charles FitzAla